Product Description
IBM ESNB 775GB Enterprise SAS 4k SFF-2 SSD for IBM i (00LY337)
The IBM ESNB is a high-endurance Enterprise SSD designed for IBM Power Systems running IBM i. It delivers 775 GB of reliable storage with strong performance and enterprise-grade endurance, making it ideal for demanding IBM i workloads such as databases, virtualization, and transaction processing.
Product Description
The IBM ESNB (feature code ESNB, part number 00LY337, CCIN 5B11) is a 2.5-inch SFF-2 Enterprise SAS SSD that uses eMLC4 (enterprise multi-level cell) NAND flash technology. It is specifically formatted with 4224-byte sectors for IBM i and provides a balance of capacity, performance, and high write endurance. The drive supports dual-port 6 Gbps SAS connectivity and is designed for installation in EXP24S and EXP24SX expansion drawers. It is an excellent choice for IBM i environments that require higher endurance than mainstream SSDs while maintaining consistent random I/O performance.
Features
- 775 GB formatted capacity with 4224-byte sectors for IBM i
- Enterprise-grade eMLC4 NAND flash for high endurance
- SFF-2 (2.5-inch) form factor optimized for Power Systems expansion drawers
- Dual-port 6 Gbps SAS interface
- Hot-swap support in compatible EXP24S / EXP24SX bays
- Strong random read/write performance
- RAID compatible (0/1/5/6/10)
- Advanced error correction, wear-leveling, and power-loss protection
- Designed specifically for IBM i environments
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: ESNB
- Part Number: 00LY337
- CCIN: 5B11
- Capacity: 775 GB
- NAND Type: eMLC4 (Enterprise Multi-Level Cell)
- Form Factor: SFF-2 (2.5-inch)
- Interface: 6 Gbps dual-port SAS
- Sector Size: 4224 bytes (IBM i optimized)
- Endurance: Enterprise-grade (high DWPD rating)
- Compatibility: Power7, Power8, and Power9 systems with EXP24S / EXP24SX drawers
Compatibility
The IBM ESNB 775GB Enterprise SAS 4k SFF-2 SSD is compatible with:
- Power Systems Models:
- Power7: 8202-E4B/E4C/E4D, 8205-E6B/E6C/E6D, 8231-E1C/E1D/E2C/E2D, 8233-E8B, 9109-RMD, 9117-MMB/MMC/MMD, 9119-FHB, 9179-MHB/MHC/MHD
- Power8: 8286-41A/42A, 8408-E8D, 9080-MHE/MME, 9119-MHE/MME
- Power9: 9009-41A/42A, 9040-MR9, 9080-M9S
- Expansion Drawers: EXP24S (#5887) and EXP24SX (#ESLS)
- Operating System: IBM i (V7R1 TR7 or later; V7R3 or later recommended for Power9)
- Limitations: Fits only SFF-2 SAS bays. Formatted for 4224-byte sectors and cannot be reformatted to 528-byte sectors. Not supported in system unit bays, SFF-1, or SFF-3 bays. Cannot be mixed in the same RAID array with drives of different sector sizes.
Verify exact bay population rules, firmware levels, and OS patch levels via IBM documentation for your specific Power Systems model.
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
